# How to connect the bot

1. Open Telegram on any device and search for the bot **@Tribute**. Activate the bot with the «Start» button.

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2. Click «Start Monetization».

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3. Pass verification by following the on-screen instructions.
4. Wait for our message with the verification results. This can take anywhere from a few minutes to an hour.

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3. Add the **@Tribute** bot with admin rights to the channel. Give the bot the rights to send, edit and delete messages, as well as generate invite links. The bot will not send or delete messages in the channel without your permission.

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3. The **Tribute** bot will check your channel for basic requirements. You can add the bot to more than one of your channels.
4. Complete your payment details, select your country and how you want to receive payments.

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